Macedonia Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Little Lake Dam Gamblin Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Macedonia Lake Dam, located in Mount Valley, Henderson County, North Carolina, is a private earth dam completed in 2000 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a structural height of 45 feet with a hydraulic height of 40.2 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 130 acre-feet. The dam spans 320 feet in length and covers a surface area of 7.8 acres, serving as a popular spot for water enthusiasts in the region.
Managed by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, Macedonia Lake Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with established standards. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition during the last inspection conducted in April 2018. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in November 2001, and regular inspections are carried out every two years to monitor its structural integrity and overall safety.
With its picturesque location along Camp Creek-Tr and offering various recreational opportunities, Macedonia Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community while also posing a potential risk that requires diligent monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential hazards. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and appreciating the significance of such structures is crucial for ensuring the sustainable management of our natural resources and the safety of surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
320 |
River Or Stream |
Camp Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
40.2 |
Drainage Area |
72 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
45 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Macedonia Lake Dam